How much does a Legal Attorney make in Charlotte, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal Attorney in Charlotte, NC is $170,758. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $128,842 to a high of $212,728, with most professionals earning between $148,817 and $192,726.

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What is a Legal Attorney?

A Legal Attorney is responsible for providing legal advice and representation to clients in various legal matters. They research and analyze laws, regulations, and legal precedents to provide guidance and support to clients. Legal attorneys also draft legal documents, such as contracts and agreements, and represent clients in court proceedings. They may specialize in a specific area of law, such as criminal law, family law, or corporate law, and work with individuals, businesses, or government agencies to ensure compliance with the law and protect their clients' rights and interests. Additionally, legal attorneys may negotiate settlements, mediate disputes, and provide guidance on legal strategies and options.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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170758

Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Legal Attorney in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Attorney in Charlotte, NC. The base salary for Legal Attorney ranges from $148,817 to $192,726 with the average base salary of $170,758. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $159,260 to $217,582 with the average total cash compensation of $187,016.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $170,758 $148,817 - $192,726
Bonus $16,258 $10,443 - $24,856
Total Pay $187,016 $159,260 - $217,582
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Concord, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $145,892 - $188,938 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Kannapolis, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,906 - $186,365 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Gastonia, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $148,663 - $192,527 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $148,386 - $192,168 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Salisbury, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $144,260 - $186,824 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
CITY, STATE Hickory, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $147,262 - $190,712 COMPARE TO Charlotte, NC
See salaries for Legal Attorney in locations close to Charlotte, NC. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Legal Aid Attorney LOCATION Charlotte, NC MINIMUM SALARY $46,456 MAXIMUM SALARY $77,909
JOB TITLE Attorney Legal Content Editor LOCATION Charlotte, NC MINIMUM SALARY $49,089 MAXIMUM SALARY $60,688
JOB TITLE Attorney I LOCATION Charlotte, NC MINIMUM SALARY $84,235 MAXIMUM SALARY $106,296
JOB TITLE Attorney II LOCATION Charlotte, NC MINIMUM SALARY $113,224 MAXIMUM SALARY $139,491
JOB TITLE Attorney IV LOCATION Charlotte, NC MINIMUM SALARY $167,404 MAXIMUM SALARY $199,251
JOB TITLE Attorney V LOCATION Charlotte, NC MINIMUM SALARY $181,002 MAXIMUM SALARY $212,390
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About Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

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